BROMSGROVE artists will welcome visitors into their studios, homes and shared spaces over the August bank holiday weekend as part of a free art event.

Now in its fourth year, the three-day Worcestershire Open Studios event between August 25 and 27 gives visitors a unique opportunity to delve into unseen creative spaces and talk directly to artists about their inspiration and creative processes.

A diverse collection of arts and crafts will be available to see and buy in a range of different media, including printmaking, painting, textiles, photography, ceramics, jewellery and mixed media.

Artist and Worcestershire Open Studios co-organiser, Sally Anne Morgan, said: “Discovering some of Worcestershire’s fantastic artistic talent is the perfect way to spend a bank holiday weekend. Entry to all venues is free and some are also offering refreshments.

"Whether you’re an art lover, a family looking for a trip out, a budding artist, or just fancy a day exploring our wonderful county, you’ll definitely receive a warm welcome.”

Participants are located at 81 locations across the county, with Bromsgrove participants including painter David Skidmore, Stoke Prior wildlife artist Eric Watson, Lickey end artist Gillian Simpson, and portrait painter Michael Salt at Hanbury's Jinney Ring Craft Centre.

A guide containing details of all the artists can be seen at worcestershireopenstudios.org.uk

Visitors to five or more studios will have the opportunity to enter a prize draw for £100 to spend on artwork created by one or more of the artists.